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HJ05 VGK

2005 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

49,370 mi
Last recorded49,370 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FJR130029,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 VGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 49,370 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 46,593 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 43,732 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 43,694 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2020 40,530 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 33,294 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 32,518 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 32,016 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 30,355 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,023 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 27,851 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 27,208 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 27,204 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2013 26,385 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,385 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,632 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 38,631 miles

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 13 Jun 2011 38,630 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,200 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 17,448 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 12,687 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300?

Based on 30,408 MOT tests across 2,119 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 454
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 407
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
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HJ05 VGK is a 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 29,270 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJR1300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ05 VGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ05 VGK registered?

HJ05 VGK is a 2005 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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